TOKYO -- Japan's space agency will develop a reusable rocket that can carry payloads into orbit on two consecutive days, aiming to cut the costs of space transport, the need for which continues to grow.
New technology would allow for launches on consecutive days

An artist's rendition of reusable rockets that Japan's space agency plans to develop. (Courtesy of Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency)
TOKYO -- Japan's space agency will develop a reusable rocket that can carry payloads into orbit on two consecutive days, aiming to cut the costs of space transport, the need for which continues to grow.